FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Hamilton Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Hamilton Hill Small Business Loans
Hamilton Hill unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Hamilton Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Hamilton Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all company need, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within quality company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements for determining how much we can lend you health for your company and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been running and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises assets they own to get the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.